First Impressions

Four

As Jin sat with his friends and explained what happened and what Tae had said, he asked them what they thought.

Jimin was first to answer. "He said he liked you, just as you are? Isn't he the one who you overheard talking about you? Who wasn't interested in you because you were an alcoholic, and several other vulgar things?"

Jin sipped his wine and nodded. "Yup.. the same guy."

Then Hobi asked, "What does he look like?"

Yoongi snaps, "What does that have to do with anything? He's just some schmuck who was talking crap about what a raging alcoholic and tasteless dresser Jin is."

"His looks do matter! If he is crazy hot then it's ok to overlook all the awful things he's noticed about Jin. And even if things don't work out, at least he screwed a hot guy!" Hobi responds.

Jin sat aghast listening to their conversation. They both then turned to him and asked, "Who do you think is right?"

"Ugh.. you guys suck. Yes! He is very, very handsome. Now can we please get past all of my issues and concentrate on what I called you here for? What do you think it means?"

"Jin, the truth is that despite what those two idiots say is wrong with you. You are still better than any one of them."

Hobi and Yoongi look at each other in a questioning manner.

"Not only are you the most handsome man to probably ever walk this earth. But you are incredibly smart and talented at so many things. Anyone would be lucky to have you as their partner. And that includes that old neighbor of yours. If he proves himself to be a decent human being, then I say go for it."

"So you do think that he means he likes me, likes me?"

Jimin laughs and says, "I am sure of it. Try not to dwell on it too much and concentrate on your new job. You could be a breakout star."

Jin laughs and they enjoy the rest of the evening.

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When Jin starts his first day at his new job, he is introduced to his cameraman Sechan.

"I hear this is your first TV gig? Are you nervous?"

"I am actually. I have a degree in journalism but I don't have any actual training or experience whatsoever. I hope I don't make a complete ass of myself."

"Don't worry. It's normal to be scared. Just pretend that you're talking to a room full of your friends and family. You will be fine." Sechan tries to comfort him.

Jin smiles.

A short while later they are in the morning meeting where the producer tells Jin, "Ok, they will be announcing the ruling on the Bhati-O'Neil case in an hour. Get down to the courthouse and get an interview right away. Beat everyone else out of the way if you have to. Just get that interview."

Jin jumps out of his seat and Sechan follows behind. They are soon driving the news van towards the courthouse.

As they arrive they see a large crowd of reporters and onlookers. Sechan grabs his camera as Jin fixes his clothes and checks his appearance in the mirror inside the van.

Once they're amongst the rest of the crowd, he begins to feel queasy. His nerves are messing with his stomach and he feels the need to puke.

He looks around and sees a small convenience store at the corner and he tells Sechan, "I'm just gonna go grab something to settle my stomach. I'll be right back. Ok.''

Sechan nods but worries they might miss their shot.

Jin rushes to the store and goes to the counter to see what they have for his queasiness.